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Shoultes Elementary

Elementary School · Marysville School District

13525 51st Ave NE, Marysville, WA 98271

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,332 of 2,228

In Marysville

#6 of 21

public schools

In district

#6 of 22

Marysville School District

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.9/10

Elementary School in Marysville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Shoultes Elementary

Shoultes Elementary is a public elementary school in Marysville, WA, part of Marysville School District. Shoultes Elementary serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Shoultes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,332 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Shoultes Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Shoultes Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

46% of students at Shoultes Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-20.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.1 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,709
Chronic Absenteeism45.8%

Shoultes Elementary — Students at Shoultes Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
54%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
29.5%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
31.8%
ELA
32.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Shoultes Elementary Compares

See how Shoultes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in WA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.8%

Location

13525 51st Ave NE, Marysville, WA 98271

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shoultes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinewood Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kellogg Marsh Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marysville, see our Marysville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ECEAP Marysville 0.0 mi 5.0
Marshall Elementary Marysville 1.3 mi 4.0
Marysville Coop Program Marysville 1.3 mi 5.2
Marysville Pilchuck High School Marysville 1.5 mi 2.8
Cascade Elementary Marysville 2.3 mi 7.5
NW Learning Center Everett 2.4 mi
Weston High School Arlington 2.4 mi 4.2
Arlington Open Doors Arlington 2.4 mi 5.8
Kellogg Marsh Elementary School Marysville 3.0 mi 6.7
Pinewood Elementary Marysville 3.2 mi 6.9
Cedarcrest School Marysville 3.2 mi 5.6
GRACE ACADEMY Marysville 3.4 mi 5.5
Marysville SD Special Marysville 3.5 mi 5.5
English Crossing Elementary N. Lakewood 2.9 mi 5.7
Lakewood Middle School N. Lakewood 3.0 mi 4.4
Lakewood Elementary School N. Lakewood 3.1 mi 3.1
BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marysville 3.9 mi
Grove Elementary Marysville 3.9 mi 5.9
Marysville Middle School Marysville 4.1 mi 2.7
Lakewood High School N. Lakewood 3.2 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98271 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,547

Median Home Value

$483,100

Median Rent

$1,851/mo

Population

30,561

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shoultes Elementary

What grades does Shoultes Elementary serve?

Shoultes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Shoultes Elementary?

Shoultes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shoultes Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Shoultes Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shoultes Elementary rank in WA?

Shoultes Elementary ranks #1,332 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Shoultes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Shoultes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Shoultes Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shoultes Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Shoultes Elementary a charter school?

No, Shoultes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shoultes Elementary a Title I school?

No, Shoultes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shoultes Elementary?

56.1% of students at Shoultes Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.8%

District

Marysville School District
District Enrollment
9,998
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,709
District Rank
#6 of 22

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